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Times
Beacon Newspapers (reprinted with permission).
When
trying to decide where to dock a boat, probably the most important
consideration
is the protection afforded during times of nasty weather.
Leaming's
is a small marina tucked away in an ultra-protected lagoon in
Waretown.
Despite its location away from the open waters of Barnegat Bay, it's
only a three- or four-minute voyage out of the lagoon to open water.
A
unique feature of Leaming's Marina is its affiliation with
Lagoon View Yacht Club which is located right on the premises. While
all yacht club members do not have a slip here, many do. Lagoon
View Yacht Club is affiliated with other boating clubs in the country
and sponsors activities both in Waretown and at other sites on the
eastern seaboard.
Tom
Leaming has been operating the marina for 22 years and currently can
accommodate
76 boats. As a member of the LVYC Board of Directors and the 2006
President of the New Jersey Marine Trades Association, he is
always up on current trends and movements in the boating industry.
The total floating dock marina can handle boats up to 26 feet, and
about 85% of the boats here are power boats with the rest sailboats.
AMENITIES:
The marina is in the midst of a well established residential area,
and many of these residents berth their boats at Leaming's. There's a
ship store right on the premises that sells an assortment of marine
supplies as well as a line of bait and tackle special for the types
of fishing done in the area.
Although there is no restaurant on the site, there are two very nice
eating places within walking distance.
All of the slips are on floating docks, so access for boaters to
their craft is
easy. All slips come equipped with both water and electric.
Television and
telephone are available on request. The marina has a reputation as a
family type, and many boaters will spend weekends and short vacations
aboard their boats.
There are clean restrooms with showers conveniently located for the
use of
boat owners and their guests. A brand new pumpout station was recently
constructed.
The marina is situated at the end of the lagoon in a sort of
horseshoe shape.
This means that there is not only plenty of parking, but all boat
owners are able to
park right at the stern of the their boat. This makes loading and
unloading gear a
snap.
SERVICES:
Leaming's Marina bills itself as a full service marina, and that is
what it is. A nine ton travel lift provides a means to put boats in
and out of the water. Once a boat is out of the water, Tom Leaming
provides a hauling service to both deliver and pick up boats. Factory
authorized service is available from mechanics who are certified in
Merc-Cruiser, OMC, Johnson, Mercury, and Yamaha. Other work such as
electronic installations and repair, and canvas work is available on
request. Leaming has arrangements made to provide timely service in
these areas for his customers. Leaming's is also a good place to buy
a decent used boat. Tom Leaming has acquired a name for his marina as
a reputable place to both buy and sell used boats. The gas dock pumps
93 octane premium gas.
TRANSIENT SERVICES: There are a few
slips available for short term usage.
The charge is a very reasonable $25 nightly.
RECREATION:
As mentioned earlier, Lagoon View Yacht Club maintains its home
base here and conducts many of its activities here. The club in
participation with Leaming's holds several social events during the season.
Once boats leave the dock, there is a multitude of activities
available. This
area of Barnegat Bay is very wide and provides ample room for
cruising for both
power and sail. For fishermen and crabbers, the waters of Barnegat
Bay and those just inside Barnegat Inlet are renowned for their rich
resources. Barnegat Inlet and its entrance to the Atlantic Ocean is
just a short 20 minutes across the bay.
GETTING THERE:
Coming by car, the marina is reached by taking Barnegat Beach Drive
off Route 9 just across the street from the Lighthouse Tavern. Go
about 1/2 mile and turn right on Lagoon View Road.
Leaming's Marina will be on the left at the end of the lagoon. If
coming by boat, head due west from marker 42 and enter the wide deep
access channel. Once through the entrance, bear left and then go down
the lagoon
In water dockage:
for 76 boats from 15-26 feet
Seasonal fee: $70 per foot
Slip Depth: 8 feet
Slip Width: Up to 9 feet
Winter Storage
for up to 100 boats
at $28 per foot
Boat brokerage on premises
Transient slips at $25 per night
CONTACT INFORMATION:
Tom
Leaming, 91 Marine Road, Waretown, NJ 08758
Phone
& Fax: (609)-971-1514 / Email LeamingT@aol.com
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